How do you pronounce oryctolagus cuniculus?

The scientific name for the European rabbit, *Oryctolagus cuniculus*, is pronounced:

Or-ik-toe-lay-gus kyoo-nik-yoo-lus

Here's a breakdown:

* Or-ik-toe-lay-gus: The "o" is short as in "hot," the "y" is like the "i" in "bit," and the "g" is soft like in "gem."

* kyoo-nik-yoo-lus: The "u" is long as in "flute," the "c" is soft like in "cent," and the "s" is a soft "s" sound.